Va De Vi experiences a chef shuffle

Walnut Creek standby Va de Vi will undergo a chef change in the new year. Executive chef Shane McAnelly, who came aboard nearly two years ago, has put in his notice. He’ll be at the restaurant for a few more weeks as he transitions out.

“It’s been wonderful with Shane here for 2 years. It seems like he has a terrific ooportunity in front of him,” says owner John Walz. According to Walz, the search is now on for a replacement, though fans of the 9-year-old restaurant should be assured that the concept — eclectic, international small plates — will not be changing.